Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bd0-3621-7166-997b-42fdf0a0e061/sludge-holding-tanks-roofs awarded GB restricted procedure Suitable for SMEs # Sludge Holding Tanks & Roofs [Thames Water Utilities Limited](https://tendernation.io/buyers/thames-water-utilities-limited) Estimated value Not stated Published 16 Sept 2026 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Split into 3 lots You can usually bid for just the lots you can deliver. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender This procurement is for the supply and commissioning of sludge tanks, digesters, other associated tanks, roofs, and related items at various wastewater treatment sites. ### Target Sites The procurement will cover purchase, installation and commissioning of new sludge tanks, digesters, and other associated tanks and roofs and associated items. ### Objectives - Compliance: Ensure compliance with legislation, improve the environmental impact of the STW and provide infrastructure which is fit for purpose. - Commercial Value: Optimise the material and delivery solution to maximise commercial efficiencies for Thames Water - Futureproofing: Implement a framework which enables Thames Water to be able toe secure the capacity it requires for future programmes of works Procurement Approach: A competitive tender process will be undertaken to appoint a supplier(s) capable of delivering the required scope. The strategy favours a supplier who can streamline delivery, ensure consistency, and maximise commercial and operational benefits. Procurement Timeline Considerations: The procurement timeline is currently under review due to strategic and regulatory reassessments at certain sites. Specifically: - A study evaluating the requirements to meet the Environment Agency IED requirements is ongoing, with outcomes expected later in the year. These findings will inform final scope and procurement readiness ### Expected Outcomes - Improved asset reliability and operational performance - Enhanced alignment with environmental and regulatory objectives - Commercial efficiencies through strategic sourcing and standardisation Read full description ## CPV classification Sludge-storage tanks Water tanks Sewage treatment works Sludge-treatment works Construction works for sewage treatment plants, purification plants and refuse incineration plants Sewage treatment services Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-05e2b6-2026-09-16T14:00:33+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-05e2b6-2026-09-16T14:00:33+01:00) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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